Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
Learn moreEnvironmental Research Scientist – ANZSCO 234313
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Environmental Research Scientist
ANZSCO 234313
Environmental Research Scientist (ANZSCO 234313) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Environmental Research Scientist studies and develops policies and plans for the control of factors which may produce pollution, imbalance in or degradation of the environment.
Typical tasks and duties
Environmental Research Scientist may perform the following tasks:
- plan and conduct research into the physical and biological nature of the environment
- undertake laboratory work
- monitor the environmental impacts of development activities
- conduct research and prepare proposals to minimise the impact of industrial, agricultural and urban processes on the environment
- develop conservation plans
- investigate and report on breaches of environmental guidelines
- run community education programmes
- assist with environmental emergencies, such as chemical spills and accidents
- analyse pollutants, identify their sources and assess their effects on the environment
- monitor the effects of pollution and land degradation, and recommend ways of prevention and control
- rehabilitate land, water and air affected by mining, logging, construction, degradation or pollution
- research matters of immediate and long-term importance to governments and communities, such as the impact of land clearing on native animals and the impact of waste products on waterways
- negotiate with, and provide advice to, industry, government and the public on environmental matters, such as the management, re-use or disposal of hazardous materials
- assist with the development of environmental policies, strategies and codes of practice
- conduct environmental audits.
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 3 DAMA regions
Environmental Research Scientist is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
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Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
